The words below may be helpful in your prayerful discernment of religious life:

God of My Life,

I give You thanks and praise that I have life,
and that my life is filled
with touches of Your love.

You have given me a heart that
wants to be happy,
and You have placed in me a desire
to make a difference.

Quiet the fears and distractions of my heart
long enough for me to listen to the movement
of Your spirit, to hear Your gentle invitation.

Reveal to me the choices that
will make me happy.
Help me to discover my identity.

Let me understand how best to use the gifts
You have so lovingly lavished upon me
in preparation for our journey together.

And give me the courage to choose You,
as You have chosen me.

Lord, let me know myself and let me know You.
In this is my happiness.